El Gigante

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Where to stay in El Gigante

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Playa La Redonda

5/5(5 area reviews)

Visitors to Playa La Redonda enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Gigante Beach is worth a stop.

Playa La Redonda
Aqua Oceanfront Hotel Resort
Aqua Oceanfront Hotel Resort
4 out of 5
1 Redonda Bay, Playa Gigante, Tola
The price is AED 695 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
AED 695
AED 815 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Tola. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (129 reviews)
"Amazing view"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Aqua Oceanfront Hotel Resort
Hotel Ingigante
Hotel Ingigante
3 out of 5
Blue Sol 150m sur, Playa Gigante, Tola, Rivas
The price is AED 287 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 287
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Tola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Reserva Ecológica Zacatan and Gigante Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
"The property was close to beach and walkable. We enjoyed the pool and breakfast was an option which we had a few times. Staff was very helpful arranging taxi and sharing walks and things to explore. Enjoyed that it was non smoking. Enjoyed having coffee and water available as well. I would recommend ..."

Reviewed on 14 January 2025

Hotel Ingigante
Cozy surf studio in Playa Gigante. pet friendly
Cozy surf studio in Playa Gigante. pet friendly
El Gigante, Nicaragua
The price is AED 147 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
AED 147
AED 257 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this apartment in Tola. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Reserva Ecológica Zacatan and Gigante Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Nica Oasis
"We loved our stay so much here! Everything was clean and safe (and there’s even A/C!). Luis was helpful with everything we needed. The location is great- just a short walk to Playa Gigante and Playa Amarillo. We walked everyday to surf, eat, and swim. El Gigante is seriously a hidden gem in Nicaragua ..."

Reviewed on 26 April 2024

Cozy surf studio in Playa Gigante. pet friendly
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cozy surf studio in Playa Gigante. pet friendly
Cozy surf studio in Playa Gigante. pet friendly
El Gigante, Nicaragua
Stay at this apartment in Tola. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Reserva Ecológica Zacatan and Gigante Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Nica Oasis
"We loved our stay so much here! Everything was clean and safe (and there’s even A/C!). Luis was helpful with everything we needed. The location is great- just a short walk to Playa Gigante and Playa Amarillo. We walked everyday to surf, eat, and swim. El Gigante is seriously a hidden gem in Nicaragua ..."

Reviewed on 26 April 2024

Cozy surf studio in Playa Gigante. pet friendly
Spectacular views over the ocean at Casa Ezulwini
Spectacular views over the ocean at Casa Ezulwini
Tola
Stay at this vacation home in Tola. Enjoy balconies. Popular attractions Reserva Ecológica Zacatan and Gigante Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"I am glad we chose to stay with our family at this house. Rooms were comfortable and clean, we had 7 people and everyone was comfortable, enjoyed the view from the pool. The beach inside the complex is amazing Caribbean white sandy beach with a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. ..."

Reviewed on 20 March 2023

Spectacular views over the ocean at Casa Ezulwini
Luxury Oceanfront 3 building compound in community near Aqua
Luxury Oceanfront 3 building compound in community near Aqua
Redonda Bay Bahia Gigante
Stay at this villa in Tola. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Reserva Ecológica Zacatan and Gigante Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Getaway Oasis
"Well kept property with great location. Kitchen appliances functional for the most part. Kitchen was well equipped for the most part. Bathrooms and bedrooms are well maintained and clean. Staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 12 April 2023

Luxury Oceanfront 3 building compound in community near Aqua
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Popular places to visit

Next time you find yourself in Nicaragua, skip the tourist hordes and party scene of San Juan Del Sur, and head up the coast a little bit to Playa Gigante. It's a beautiful, quiet little beach town, with some really decent surfing, and a few really great restaurants.

Gigante Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Gigante Beach during your travels in Tola?

Gigante Beach

Rancho Santana Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rancho Santana Beach during your trip to Jiquelite?

Rancho Santana Beach

Guasacate Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Guasacate Beach during your trip to Tola?

Guasacate Beach

Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Manzanillo at Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course.

Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course

Santana Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santana Beach during your trip to Jiquelite? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Santana Beach

Playa Amarillo

5/5(2 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Playa Amarillo might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to El Gigante. Wander the forest and seaside while you're in the area.

Playa Amarillo

Reviews of El Gigante

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5/5 - Excellent

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It was a small, but nice little town and the people were provste but also very friendly if you made the effort to engage them in conversation. There are several stores that sell general good for pretty much the same cost as in a bigger town.